The easiest and most economical way to update your kitchen is with new lighting and one of the most popular kitchen lights is an island light. Kitchen island lightings are available in several variations and colors. Island chandeliers are a linear lighting fixture that can span the entire length of your bar or island. These are very popular because they have a lot depth and character. Island lighting is available in several light variations from two light versions to four light versions. Homeowners and designers love these because they have the look and beauty of a chandelier but the light is spread out over the length of your island.

Allow adequate countertop space on both sides (left and right) of the kitchen island if a sink or cooktop will be used. Include at least 15 inches of countertop space on each side, and if your kitchen is large enough, allow even more space. You can never have too much countertop space in a kitchen. Also, rounded countertop corners help protect everyone from bad bruises -- this is true about all kitchen countertop corners.

The interest in kitchen island furniture has grown steadily over the last three decades, since about the 1970s they have been popular. In the last 10 years, with the rise in popularity of television channels like the food network many people have become more and more interested in how they can use their kitchen in new and different ways. But long before the increase in interest, the manufacturers were working hard to provide people with quality pieces of furniture they can be proud to have in their home.